Kyrgyzstan's Former Security Chief's Trial Re-Closed Amidst Controversy
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Kyrgyzstan's Former Security Chief's Trial Re-Closed Amidst Controversy

The trial of former Kyrgyz State Committee for National Security head Kamchybek Tashiev and other prominent figures, charged with attempted coup and abuse of office, has been re-closed to the public just a week after opening. Prosecutors cited "secret witnesses" for the closure, following a tumultuous week including a public altercation and a leaked interrogation video, raising concerns about transparency and press freedom.

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